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The ideal candidate has experience validating backend services, testing system integrations, analyzing database results, and collaborating with development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.Responsibilities:Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for enterprise applications, APIs, backend services, and system integrationsPerform REST and SOAP API testing using tools such as SoapUI or Bruno, validating request and response payloads, status codes, headers, authentication, and error handlingDevelop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to improve test coverage, execution efficiency, and defect detectionExecute functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing across complex enterprise applicationsValidate API responses, data integrity, business logic, and system behavior across interconnected servicesPerform backend database testing and data validation using SQL queries and Toad, verifying stored procedures, data transformations, and transaction resultsUtilize Eclipse to support test automation development, code debugging, and testing activities within enterprise application environmentsIdentify, document, track, and troubleshoot defects, working closely with Software Engineers, Business Analysts, and other QA team membersAnalyze test results, investigate failures, and perform root cause analysis to distinguish application defects from environment or data issuesDevelop and maintain test plans, test scenarios, test data, automation scripts, and test execution documentationIntegrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and software release validationParticipate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and defect triageCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define acceptance criteria, assess test coverage, and ensure application readiness for productionSupport test environment setup, configuration, test data management, and release validation activitiesIdentify opportunities to improve testing processes, automation coverage, and overall software qualityRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical fieldHands-on experience in Quality Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, or Software Testing within enterprise application environmentsStrong experience with API testing and validation using SoapUI or BrunoExperience testing REST or SOAP APIs, including request and response validation, authentication, payload verification, and negative testingExperience developing or maintaining automated test scripts and frameworksExperience using Eclipse for test automation development, debugging, or application testingStrong SQL skills and experience with Toad for database testing, data validation, and backend verificationExperience with functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing methodologiesAbility to analyze test results, troubleshoot technical issues, and document defects with clear reproduction stepsExperience working with defect tracking, test management, and Agile development processesStrong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teamsDesired skills:Experience with Java or Python for test automation and API validationFamiliarity with automation frameworks such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or pytestExperience integrating automated tests with Jenkins or Git-based CI/CD pipelinesExperience with relational databases such as Oracle or SQL Server or MySQLFamiliarity with Git or Bitbucket or GitHub for source code management and collaborationExperience testing microservices, event-driven architectures, and enterprise application integrationsExperience with performance or load testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunnerExperience working in banking, payments, financial services, or other regulated enterprise environmentsFamiliarity with production support, release management, and continuous testing practicesPay range: $49.37 - 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